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Top of the World – Sunrise Leisure Hike St. Veronica Hill
- Duration4 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryDSA non-compliant, Hiking Tours
Overview
Located in Tamparuli about an hour’s drive from Kota Kinabalu City, the beautiful St. Veronica’s Hill towers over the rustic Tamparuli town and surrounding villages at 278 meters above sea level. The locals of Sabah call it Bukit Perahu, which means “Hill Boat” in Malay, because of an inverted boat-shaped rock that sits near the summit’s clearing.
St. Veronica’s Hill offers a leisure trek up to the peak on a rocky terrain. While the majority of the trail leads through trees and bushes, occasional shrub openings towards the top afford a splendid bird’s eye view.
In the early morning, a sunrise hike will be rewarded with a spectacular view of Mount Kinabalu overlooking the misty low lands – giving you a true “Top of the World” experience!
A combination of scenic views, exercise, and a little bit of mystery thrown together, this hill catches the fancy of both hiking enthusiasts and leisure explorers alike.
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What's included
Meals (01 Breakfast)
English Speaking Guide
Kota Kinabalu City Hotel Pickup & Dropped Off
What's Not included
Personal Travel Insurance
Any Items Not Mentioned
Itinerary
Day1 ST. VERONICAu2019S HILL SUNRISE HIKE/TAMPARULI/KOTA KINABALU (OR EXTEND TOUR - CHOICE OF OPTION A or B or C)nn04:30am : Your first adventure starts in the early morning with the pick up from your hotel lobby and leisure drive to Tamparuli Town.nn05:15am : Upon arrival at the starting point, begin the trek to the summit (278m a.s.l) of St Veronicau2019s Hill, also known as Bukit Perahu. u00a0Along the way, you will pass a total of 14 crosses planted by St. Phillip Roman Catholic Church of Tamparuli. u00a0Every year during Easter Day, Roman Catholic locals participate in a mini pilgrimage up the hill for the u201cStations of the Crossu201d event, stopping at each cross to commemorate Jesus Christu2019s last day on earth as a man.nn06:00am : Once you have reached the summit, you will be rewarded with a spectacular view as you experience the true beauty of Sabahu2019s nature! u00a0Enjoy panoramic sights from the peaku2019s clearing, with the breathtaking backdrop of the majestic Mount Kinabalu and the shimmering river snaking past the rustic Tamparuli Town. u00a0If you are fortunate to climb with good weather, you would witness an incredible sunrise kissing the lands with gold!nn07:00am : When you have enjoyed the full grandeur to your heartu2019s content, you can begin your descent.nn08:00am : u00a0Upon reaching back to the starting point, transfer to Tamparuli Town. u00a0Take a walk on the famous u201cJambatan Tamparuliu201d suspension bridge, and soak up the small-town charm as you stroll past numerous historical wooden shop houses and visit the local market. Breakfast will be a simple affair at one of the local food stalls. u00a0After breakfast, transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.u00a0nnAlternatively, if you have chosen Option A or B or C, you may proceed to the starting point of your next adventure.nnOPTION A: KIULU RIVER RAFTING (Top Up SGD 34u00a0per pax) (LUNCH)nnOPTION B: KINABALU PARK WITH RUMAH TERBALIK & DESA COW FARM (Top up SGD 52u00a0per pax).(LUNCH)nnOPTION C: ATV ADVENTURE u2013 KIULU COUNTRYSIDE (Top up SGD 62u00a0per pax) (LIGHT REFRESHMENT)
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.